TN12 0BZ is a sought-after residential area on South Bank, 0.3km from Staplehurst in Staplehurst. Administratively it sits within Staplehurst ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in TN12, TN12 0BZ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for TN12 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00123909 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH BANK, TN12 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH BANK, TN12 0BZ.
255
48
£ 56,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
TN12 0BZ is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN12 0BZ. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN12 0BZ has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Staplehurst School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Blakemore Retail (Spar)0.3 km
- ESSO Rontec / Morrisons Daily0.3 km
- Henhurst Farm Shop0.7 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
- Made By Kent0.3 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Kings Head0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Bleu Steakhouse0.3 km
- Greggs0.3 km
- Jumeira0.3 km
- Kin Coffee0.2 km
- Subway0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chequers Fish Bar0.2 km
- Happy Valley0.3 km
- Zen Wok0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Staplehurst1.5 km
- Marden4.4 km
- Headcorn5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Church Green0.1 km
- Church0.2 km
- Church0.2 km
- Pinnock Lane0.4 km
- Pinnock Lane0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: TN120BZ · Data under Open Government Licence